How To Fix 5W802 - There is no chief position for & &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 802

• Message text: There is no chief position for & &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W802 - There is no chief position for & &. ?

  The SAP error message 5W802, which states "There is no chief position for & &," typically occurs in the context of organizational management (OM) within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a chief position (or superior position) for the specified position or employee in the organizational structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Chief Position: The most common cause is that the position or employee in question does not have a defined superior or chief position in the organizational hierarchy.
  Incorrect Organizational Structure: The organizational structure may not be set up correctly, leading to gaps in the hierarchy.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the infotypes related to the organizational management (e.g., infotype 1000 for Object Data).
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the chief position.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Organizational Structure: Review the organizational structure in SAP to ensure that all positions have a